What makes Intel Optane stand out (2023)

Intel Optane P4800X and P5800X SSDs, based on 3D XPoint technology co-developed with Micron, offer ultra-low latency, high durability, and consistent write performance compared to traditional NAND SSDs, though at higher cost and lower capacity. Intel discontinued further Optane innovation in July 2022 as part of its IDM 2.0 strategy, but existing products including the new Optane Persistent Memory 300 series for Sapphire Rapids CPUs continue to be sold. The author tested P4800X drives through the VMware vExpert program, highlighting Optane's superior durability and write endurance as key advantages over NAND-based drives.